About the course
The agri-food sector is one of Ireland's most important indigenous manufacturing sectors, accounting for employment of around 150,000 people. It includes approximately 600 food and drinks firms throughout the country that export 85% of our food and seafood to more than 160 countries worldwide. This programme focuses on agricultural science, agri-business, agricultural engineering and agricultural systems. Students will develop knowledge in areas such as sensing technology, electro-pneumatics, electro-hydraulics, automation, Agribusiness, management, marketing and product pricing. It is also envisaged that graduates of this programme will have Young Trained Farmer status. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships
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Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: Not available
Intake |
Location |
Term 1 (September), 2024 |
Carlow |
Term 1 (September), 2025 |
Carlow |
How to apply
Entry requirements for South East Technological University (SETU)
CAO Entry - NFQL7
Last Year's Points Range - 218
Candidates for year 1 entry to our Bachelor Degree programmes must hold a high school completion certificate that comes in at level 5 on the Irish National Framework of Qualifications. All candidates must have completed 12 years of full-time education prior to applying for entry to SETU Carlow.
5O6/H7
English or Irish O6/H7
Mathematics O6/H7
IELTS - 5.5 (minimum of 5 IELTS in each component)
TOEFL ? Computer Based Test - 196 (min score of 15 in each component)
TOEFL ? Internet Based Test - 70 (min score of 15 in each component)
TOEFL ? Paper Based Test - 550
Duolingo English Test - 90
English language requirements
5.5
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TOEFL Internet based overall score: 70.0
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Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at South East Technological University (SETU). If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.
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